Watch, BBL | Chris Lynn gives David Willey shock of his life with huge first-ball six at Adelaide Oval

‌After losing five of their first six matches in the Big Bash League this season, bottom-placed Sydney Thunder were desperately in need of a win, as they asked hosts Adelaide Strikers to bat first after winning the toss on Tuesday. The Strikers were also seeking a turnaround in their fortunes, having lost three of their last four matches in the league.

Chris Lynn gave the home side a perfect start against the Thunder as he welcomed David Willey with an unbelievable hit over the mid-wicket fence. The veteran batter anticipated the left-arm pacer to hit the good length first up, and stepped out just as the ball was released.

Rightly so, the ball hit on a length around the leg stump with the batter making room as he gave the charge. He made the perfect contact as the ball flew off after making a cracking sound off the bat.

The ball travelled 96 metres before making its way to the stands as the umpires called for a new ball, as the viewers are allowed to keep the new ball in case a six is hit in the first over. The medium pacer was shell-shocked before making peace and walking back to his mark with a helpless smile. The home crowd went boisterous as they got ready to be entertained by another chapter of ‘Lynn’sanity.

What a start!